Senior

MRO Avionics Supervisor

Boeing

RAF Odiham, UK · On-site

Company: Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Major UK programmes such as Apache, Chinook, C-17, P-8A and E7 Wedgetail are supported and delivered by Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) Ltd, a subsidiary of The Boeing Company. Employing more than 1,700 people, BDUK also provides engineering sustainment and support for aircraft in service with the UK armed forces, along with virtual and instructor-led training. Leveraging our established defence business in the UK, and blending our local expertise with our ‘One Boeing’ global approach. BDUK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.

The Role:

The role of the Avionics Supervisor position will form part of a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) organisation within BDUK, working as part of a team in support of our key programmes. The individual will be responsible for ensuring established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.

Reporting to an Operations Lead, this role provides direct control, oversight, mentoring and is responsible for carrying out supervision of technicians in the execution of their maintenance activities. Will have a proven technical knowledge and the ability to supervise, plan, sequence, distribute and control technical work for a small group of aircraft technicians. Will be able to provide effective leadership, direction and guidance as and when required. Will ensure the standards/certification of all associated aircraft paperwork completed by their team has been completed IAW company procedures. Must hold or be able to obtain company supervisory authorisations on the aircraft type being worked on, independent inspections and fulfil their individual tasks within the scope of their authorisation. Will adopt a collaborative approach to their work and role model Airmanship, Husbandry and H&S practice within their teams.

The role requires an individual with good communication skills, with the ability to distribute and sequence technical work requirements to their team, controlling demanding workloads, whilst delivering to a high standard, and maintaining schedule. The candidate must be capable of understanding and interpreting technical documents, drawings and associated publications. They must possess a working knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Regulatory Publication (MRP) Part 145, aviation Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Management System (SMS) and the application of these requirements within their area of responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA).

Responsibilities:

Deliver aircraft maintenance under Boeing’s own MAA MRP Part 145 approval or under the approval of the MOD customer.
Assembly, disassembly and/or modification of systems, changing, removing, replacing and/or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
Perform routine troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems, such as pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical/electronic to isolate faults and repair faulty components IAW technical information published in authorised maintenance documents.
Be flexible with work locations and work times to ensure aircraft are delivered on time to customer.
Provide advice, guidance and mentoring to peers and others appropriate to their role.
Exercise, or work under appropriate supervision for the role.
Mitigate immediate risks including ‘stop work’ as well as escalate emerging risks, issues and shortfalls in a timely manner.
Contribute to continuous improvement workshops and projects as required.
Where directed, exercise 100% oversight of work carried out by Boeing Apprentices or Trainees as well as Apprentice/Trainee mentoring.
Contribute positively to our open and honest reporting culture.

There is an expectation that successful candidates will be eligible to apply for 2nd signature on type within their first 3 months in the role.

Basic Qualifications

Fluent written and spoken English

Preferred Experience

Recognised relevant trade apprenticeship or trade experience equivalent
Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and processes applicable to the aviation environment (Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health & safety & COSHH)
Experience in either commercial or defence would be considered
Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite
Be an effective team member within an inclusive working culture

This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to obtain, Security Clearance (SC).

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

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